YORK - York University did everything they could to knock off the #21 ranked Kansas Wesleyan Coyotes on Saturday night and stop their seven-game winning streak. However, the Coyotes showed their toughness as they came back from a 14-point deficit to beat the Panthers 80-78.

York had an opportunity to pick up the huge win as they trailed by one with possession of the ball with just over 10 seconds left. After a quick timeout the Panthers looked to have a play drawn up but a corner three-point attempt by Erik Talton came up short and the Panthers were forced to foul with five seconds remaining. The Coyotes made the second free throw giving the Panthers a desperation attempt as time expired. The attempt fell short as the Coyotes escaped with the road win.

Key Statistics

York held the Coyotes to just 27 first-half point. No player on Kansas Wesleyan scored in double figures during the first 20 minutes. In the second half the Coyotes starters erupted for 42 points. Twenty-two of those went to Alex LittleJohn. 

York committed 16 turnovers to just 9 by the visiting team.

By The Numbers

Brent Clark was one of three York players to score in double figures. He led the team with 21 points, while Much Biel added 11. Dwight Glover was strong off of the bench once again with 13 points.

Panthers Leaders

Points: Brent Clark (21)

Rebounds: Trevon Dennis (7)

Assists: Trevon Dennis (5)

Steals: Trevon Dennis (2)

York travels to Avila University on Wednesday to take on the Eagles. York currently sits in 7th in the KCAC with a 5-5 record. The Eagles are five spots below them with a 2-8 record.

The Panthers will be back in the Freeman Center on Saturday as they host 5th-ranked Oklahoma Wesleyan at 3:00 p.m.